Chief Engineer - Safety in London

LondonHivemind Solutions Division – Chief Engineers /International EOR /On-siteFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. The Chief Engineer at Shield AI is responsible for solving complex technical challenges in deploying advanced autonomy solutions on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). As the chief authority on system architecture, design, development, risk mitigation, and product quality. The Chief Engineer ensures the successful integration of Hivemind Autonomy across a range of aircraft, from Group 2 propeller aircraft to Group 5 jets. Serve as the Chief Engineer on Shield AI projects focused on developing and deploying autonomy solutions for unmanned aircraft from group 2 to group 5.Define and assign technical objectives, make key engineering decisions, and ensure the quality and completeness of all technical deliverablesProvide technical leadership and oversight across both Internal Research and Development (IRAD) initiatives and defense contracts. BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree10+ years of industry experience in autonomy and/or UAS platforms (e.g., defense tech, self-driving car, etc.)7+ years of delivering software into production/certifiable environments with high-reliabilityUnderstanding of guidance, control and navigation (GNC) (e.g. controls, estimation, planning)Understanding of robotics stack (e.g., controls, estimation, perception, planning, etc.)Understanding of software development processes and how to effectively deploy softwareExperience defining technical scope and managing technical requirements, product architectures, ICDs and other system level design documentationDemonstrate problem solving skills by applying a scientific technical approachCustomer-facing engineering leader supporting both defense and internally funded development programsContribute to government contract proposal writingExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalExcellent leadership skills, driving a team of 6-20 engineersPreferred qualifications: UK security clearance#LI-EJ1#LFFull-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + EquityTemporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.###We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.